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Write your assignment on a Word Document, then save your work. When you are ready, copy and paste your work in the submission box. Do this for all assignments to prevent losing your work. Assignment Length Requirement: 300 words minimumInclude word count at the end of your work. Task #1: Find a news article :Find one current news article published within the last two years that relates to a social problem of your choice that impacts the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning (LGBTQ+) community. For example, homophobia, transphobia, hate crimes, or other forms of discrimination experienced by the LGBTQ+ community.Please be sure to provide a URL link of your chosen news article in your references or works cited section. Note: Please make sure your news article comes from a reputable source. Task #2: Answer the following questions by integrating course materials and your chosen news article:In your own words, discuss the changes in sexual attitudes and practices over the history of the United States.  Discuss sexual orientation as an attraction and distinguish between heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, and asexuality as discussed in Chapter 7.Discuss several current issues and controversies involving sexuality.Discuss the varying ways our society has understood homosexuality over time.What are some factors that contribute to nonheterosexual individuals experiencing prejudice and discriminationboth at the interpersonal and institutional levels of social life? ExplainAre you surprised by the rapid change in laws regarding same-sex marriage? What do you expect to be the case a decade from now, both domestically and abroad? Explain.__________________________________________________________________________________________Please refer to the following Reflection Paper Grading Criterion when writing your two out of the four Reflection Papers:Reflection Paper Grading CriterionExcellent (A) [50-45 points]:The reflection paper is accurate, original, and relevant. It teaches us something new, and is well-written. It stimulates additional thoughts about the issue under discussion. It also reflects a thorough understanding of the chapters and course materials. Further, it has appropriate examples and said examples are well applied to the main topic.Above Average (B) [44.5-40 points]:The reflection paper lacks at least one of the above qualities, but is above average in quality. It makes a significant contribution to our understanding of the issue being discussed.Average (C) [39.5-35 points]:The reflection paper lacks two of the three required qualities. Arguments were solely based upon personal opinion or personal experience, but were not augmented with research-based evidence. Minimal (D) [34.5-30 points]:The reflection paper presents little or no new information. However, some comments may provide important social presence and contribute to a learning atmosphere, but the assigned did not meet the requirements.Unacceptable (F) [25- 0 points]: The reflection paper was written not following instructions.

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